MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Pyoderma is a cutaneous infection with pyogenic (pus-forming) bacteria. Although the term pyoderma literally means “pus in the skin, ‘’ the pus may not always be visible to the naked eye. Pyoderma is the one of the most common disorders of canine skin.

Detailed explanation-2: -Most cases of pyoderma resolve with oral antibiotics and/or topical therapy. Chronic or recurrent cases may require additional testing to determine if there is an underlying condition contributing to the bacterial skin infection. Routine bathing with medicated shampoos can minimize recurrences.

Detailed explanation-3: -The predominant pathogen that causes superficial pyoderma is Staphylococcus pseudintermedius (1) (formerly S. intermedius), a commensal bacterium that resides on the mucosal and skin surfaces of dogs (4, 5). These resident strains may act as opportunistic pathogens and cause infection, primarily involving the skin.